Memories and Adventures Chapter 10 - The Great Break

Memories and Adventures Chapter 28 - Experiences on the British Front

In which the author gains permission to visit the British front during the Great War, experiencing firsthand the grim realities and remarkable discipline of the troops amidst the devastated landscapes of Flanders and the Ypres Salient. He encounters generals and soldiers alike, contemplates the solemn grandeur of ruined cities, and reflects on the immense organisational efforts and steadfast spirit sustaining the war effort.

Memories and Adventures Chapter 27 - A Remembrance of the Dark Years

In which the author recounts the stirring inception and evolution of the Civilian Reserve amidst the tumult of war, weaving together personal experiences with reflections on the nation’s collective endeavour and the peculiarities of home front life. Alongside these narratives, he offers poignant glimpses of encounters with figures both eminent and obscure, revealing the layered fabric of courage, loss and innovation characterising the great conflict.

Memories and Adventures Chapter 26 - The Eve of War

In which the author recounts his gradual recognition of the looming conflict between Britain and Germany, prompted by observations during an international motor race and the study of military writings, leading to concerns about naval warfare and the strategic necessity of innovations like the Channel Tunnel. He also describes his efforts to improve naval safety measures and reflects on the poignant hopes expressed by an Irish nationalist for unity amid wartime divisions.

Memories and Adventures Chapter 25 - To the Rocky Mountains in 1914

In which the author recounts a summer journey through the vast and varied landscapes of Canada and the northern United States, observing the interplay of nature, human endeavour, and history from the baseball diamond to the rugged Rockies and burgeoning prairie towns. Along the way, he reflects on the spirit of the people, the wild creatures still roaming preserved parks, and the political and social conditions shaping the continent’s future.

Memories and Adventures Chapter 23 - Some Notable People

In which the author offers a series of personal recollections and character sketches of eminent figures from the realms of politics, literature, and society, revealing their peculiarities and human qualities behind the public mask. These intimate anecdotes, drawn from varied encounters with Roosevelt, Balfour, Kipling, Barrie, and others, gently illuminate the texture of their personalities and the subtleties of their minds.